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Pesto chicken flatbread topped with fresh ingredients ready for dinner.

Pesto Chicken Flatbread: A Delicious and Easy Recipe for Dinner

This pesto chicken flatbread is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for a weeknight dinner. It features tender chicken, flavorful pesto, and melted mozzarella on a crispy flatbread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 2 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 Flatbreads
  • 1 cup Cooked Chicken Breast shredded or diced
  • 1/4 cup Pesto
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Basil chopped

Optional Garnishes

  • Parmesan Cheese
  • Red Pepper Flakes
  • Balsamic Glaze

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Spread the pesto evenly over each flatbread, leaving a small border for the crust.

Assembly and Baking

  • Evenly distribute the shredded chicken and mozzarella cheese over the pesto-coated flatbreads.
  • Add the halved cherry tomatoes and thinly sliced red onion to the flatbreads.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil, and optional Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, or balsamic glaze.

Serving

  • Slice and serve immediately for a delicious and easy dinner.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can lightly toast the flatbreads before adding toppings. Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or cheeses. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.